Staff Software Engineer, Android

Staff Software Engineer, Android Overview

Join a leading company in the aerospace sector as a Staff Software Engineer specializing in Android development. Archer is focused on creating an advanced air mobility platform that includes air taxis and unmanned aircraft systems, among other innovative technologies. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of each team member.

In this role, you will take charge of the Android application for a mature consumer product that has a significant user base. Your responsibilities will include:

• Owning the Android app, implementing new features, and refining existing functionalities while ensuring it aligns with the iOS version as both platforms evolve.
• Regularly reading Swift code to maintain feature parity and making informed decisions about platform conventions.
• Managing Play Store releases, addressing crash issues, and optimizing performance across various Android devices.
• Working on diverse projects, including mobile and web applications, as well as internal tools, as opportunities arise.
• Utilizing AI-assisted development tools as a standard practice within the team.

To be successful in this position, you should meet the following requirements:

• At least 7 years of software engineering experience, primarily with user-facing client software that has been launched in the Play Store.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin and a solid understanding of Jetpack Compose.
• Experience in building the first version of a product, rather than just contributing to an existing codebase.
• Comfortable working in ambiguous situations without needing a fully defined project scope.

Bonus qualifications include:

• Ability to write Swift code.
• Experience with web frontend technologies such as React.
• Full stack development experience, which is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Experience in regulated or safety-sensitive industries, understanding how this impacts engineering culture.

The AI Products team consists of approximately 100 software professionals within a larger organization of aerospace engineers, with plans for significant growth in the coming year. If you are interested in learning more about our projects, we encourage you to apply, and we will share more details with you.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without discrimination based on any protected characteristic.

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